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Episode 37 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 02:15:00 GMT

For singers, getting your pitch right is not like it is for most other instruments . There is no built in pitch reference like a guitar or piano. You actually have to have the pitch of the note in your head before you can sing it properly. Roger McLachlan demonstrates how the fretless bass is similar to the human voice and how he has to make micro adjustments to the pitch to keep the notes in tune. Singers must use this technique and understand that pitching is both a demanding but inexact science. Singing lessons podcast

Episode 36 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Tue, 08 May 2007 02:12:00 GMT

After an extended break we are really back!!.Lots of stuff to talk about - musical things we have been doing,the business of developing your vocal performance, not merely reproducing the notes, useful techniques to make practice a musical experience instead of a chore. Singing lessons podcast

How To Series - How To Write A Set Prt 3

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 01:22:00 GMT

Learn how to pace your set. Breakdowns and crowd involvement sections can be really useful for resting your voice during a long set. Flexibility is important, you must be prepared to change your song order on the fly if the set is not working for any reason.

How To Series - How To Write A Set Prt 2

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sun, 15 Oct 2006 01:29:00 GMT

The key and the groove of songs must be carefully considered when writing a set to sing. Singing too many same key songs one after the other can make your set sound dull and lifeless.

Episode 35 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 02:12:00 GMT

How to make sure your voice is maintained in tip top condition in the studio and on stage. Your singing voice is not like other musical instruments - it is not meant to be used hour after hour without a break. Also an depth discussion on how to improve your chances at an audition. Singing lessons podcast

How To Series - How To Write A Set Prt 1

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 02:25:00 GMT

The practical secrets to writing a great working set for singers. How you pace your set with tempo is a critical element to keeping a dance floor happy or a listening audience interested.

Episode 34 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sat, 16 Sep 2006 09:22:00 GMT

Singing in front of people you know can be a nerve wracking experience and often hardened professionals dont enjoy performing to a room full of people they know well. When you are recording think about having as few people at the session as possible, just involve the people who need to be there. Singing lessons podcast

Episode 33 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sat, 02 Sep 2006 15:22:00 GMT

If you write and record your own songs then you will get a lot from this episode. Its important not to always write to your strengths but to challenge your weak areas too. A producers role is to facilitate your musical creation in the studio but you can also acheive this by building mentor relationships with other musicians. Singing lessons podcast

Episode 32 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sun, 30 Jul 2006 19:54:00 GMT

Recording yourself singing presents all sorts of challenges and if you are up for it, it can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Its much easier now than it ever used to be. Singing lessons podcast

Episode 31 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Tue, 11 Jul 2006 16:26:00 GMT

The simplest form of recording is just done at home with one or two mics and a stereo recorder like a cassette, minidisk or laptop. Often you can get great results from this sort of setup if you are prepared to be patient and experiment. Singing lessons podcast

Episode 30 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 06:15:00 GMT

Ok - lets talk about singing and recording! This is a huge subject and we plan to have a lot of fun discussing how you can get into recording in upcoming episodes. Singing lessons podcast

How To Series - How To Choose Songs Prt 2

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:25:00 GMT

It is very important to challenge yourself vocally. Dont sing the same old stuff all the time- try something you would never normally sing - it will push your limits and help you evolve as a singer.

How To Series - How To Choose Songs Prt 1

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 16 Jun 2006 14:59:00 GMT

Quick and easy checklist for singers building repertoire.The most important thing is to build your confidence by singing songs that fall within your capabilities now and leave the harders ones til later.

Episode 29 The Explore Your Voice Show

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 09 Jun 2006 16:13:00 GMT

Great musical feel is really the Holy Grail for singers. A combination of things that must act together for a singer to produce a compelling vocal performance. Singing lessons podcast.

How To Series - How To Sing With Foldback Prt 3

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Thu, 08 Jun 2006 18:02:00 GMT

Feedback happens when sound comes from a speaker directly back into the microphone and gets amplified again. Roger and Michael discuss ways to avoid feedback and improve your performing experience.

How To Series - How To Sing With Foldback Prt 2

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sun, 04 Jun 2006 15:32:00 GMT

Ever had the experience of your ears shutting down? This can happen easily if you allow your vocal level to get too high in the foldback.

How To Series - How To Sing With Foldback Prt 1

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 04:48:00 GMT

Sometimes called wedges or monitors foldback can take a bit of getting used to if you are unfamiliar with it.

How To Series - How To Sing With A Microphone Prt 2

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 16:24:00 GMT

Try to sing with the microphone a consistent distance from your mouth. Vocal mics are designed to be held close and thats where they sound the best.

How To Series - How To Sing With A Microphone Prt 1

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Sat, 27 May 2006 08:55:00 GMT

As a singer, owning your own microphone is essential to getting a consistent quality sound without fuss. Roger and Michael discuss common vocal mics like the Shure SM 58.

How To Series - How To Sing A Lyric

feedback@exploreyourvoice.net (Explore Your Voice Singing Lessons) — Fri, 26 May 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Kate Slaney explains the importance of understanding what the lyric of a song really means to you and how you can use that to communicate an emotion to your audience.